What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Mechelen?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Mechelen is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Mechelen?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Mechelen is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Mechelen station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Brussels-North train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Malines via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Essen to Mechelen?

The distance between Essen and Mechelen is 319 km. The road distance is 206.6 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Mechelen without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Mechelen without a car is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 27m and costs €90 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Mechelen?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Essen to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mechelen bus from?

Essen to Mechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mechelen train from?

Essen to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Essen to Mechelen is to train via Bruxelles Midi which takes 3h 27m and costs €90 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €35 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Essen to Mechelen bus arrive?

Essen to Mechelen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Essen to Mechelen train arrive?

Essen to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Bruxelles Midi station.

Can I drive from Essen to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Mechelen is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Essen to Mechelen.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Mechelen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Mechelen?

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

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There are 5 ways to get from Essen to Mechelen by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train via Bruxelles Midi (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Miditrain Tha
3h 27m
€91–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train stationbus N380 / ...
3h 56m
€20–35
Drive 206.6 km
1. Drive from Essen to Mechelencar 206.6 km
2h 25m
€33–47
Train (Eurostar)
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
3h 30m
€93–154
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
3h 51m
€43–220

Essen to Mechelen by train (Eurostar)

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3h 27mAverage Duration

€91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.4 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Mechelen, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Bruxelles Midi twice daily. Tickets cost €85–150 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Brussels-North train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17–28 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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